High arch gooseneck spout allows more space to work and greater access to all areas of the sink

Features a pullout spray faucet head

Includes escutcheon (cover plate) for sinks with 3 faucet holes

Designed to easily install with standard U.S. plumbing connection

All hardware needed for installation is included

Three-function pull-down sprayhead with touch control allows you to switch from stream to Sweep™ spray to pause.
Sweep™ spray features specially angled nozzles that form a wide, powerful blade of water to sweep your dishes and sink clean

Three-function pull-down sprayhead with touch-control allows you to switch from stream to Sweep™ spray to pause.
Sweep™ spray features specially angled nozzles that form a wide, powerful blade of water to sweep your dishes and sink clean.

Product Technologies / Benefits:

DockNetik™: A magnetic docking system located within the spout, smoothly glides and securely locks the sprayhead into place.

ProMotion™: ProMotion™ technology’s light, quiet nylon hose and ball joint make the pull-down sprayhead easier and more comfortable to use.

MasterClean™: Sprayface features an easy-to-clean surface that withstands mineral buildup.

Product Specifications:

Overall Height: 16-5/8" (measured from counter top to the highest point on faucet)

Low lead compliant - meeting federal and state regulations for lead content

Variations:

K-596: This model

K-597: Bar (smaller) version of this model

About Kohler:

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48 Questions from the Community

The Kohler K-596 comes with a weight in the hardware pack, which is the weight Kohler recommends.

The video review and some customer reviews mention adding an additional weight to make sure the spray head remains in place, what weight is optimal from the ones offered on your website? I could not find one specific to Kohler.

A. The Kohler K-596 comes with a weight in the hardware pack, which is the weight Kohler recommends.

Thank you for your question. The head of the Kohler K-596 pulls out 30". The hose is 66" in total length.

WHAT IS THE DISTANCE THE HEAD PULL OUT

A. Thank you for your question. The head of the Kohler K-596 pulls out 30". The hose is 66" in total length.

Yes, this can be installed as a one hole installation without the escutcheon.

Can this faucet be installed WITHOUT the escutcheon plate?

A. Yes, this can be installed as a one hole installation without the escutcheon.

The Kohler K-596 can be installed on any surface up to 2 1/2" thick.

can this faucet be mounted on 1.5" granite

A. The Kohler K-596 can be installed on any surface up to 2 1/2" thick.

Yes, the Kohler K-596 will spray continuously until you turn off the handle. It also includes a pause function to temporarily pause water flow to permit movement of sprayhead out of sink area to fill pots.

Does this faucet have a "constant on" spray function?

A. Yes, the Kohler K-596 will spray continuously until you turn off the handle. It also includes a pause function to temporarily pause water flow to permit movement of sprayhead out of sink area to fill pots.

The Kohler K-596 in Chrome is a polished finish. As where the stainless is more of a satin finish and has a tendency to show less water spots.

In terms of characteristics, what is the difference between stainless and chrome? Is one more resistant to water stains than the other?

A. The Kohler K-596 in Chrome is a polished finish. As where the stainless is more of a satin finish and has a tendency to show less water spots.

The Kohler K-596 Base may be rotated during installation so that the faucet handle is located in any position.

Is it possible to turn the handle to the front?

A. The Kohler K-596 Base may be rotated during installation so that the faucet handle is located in any position.

The Kohler K-596 has a mesh hose and the supply lines are made of plastic.

Is the pull-out hose metal mesh or nylon? What about the water supply lines?

A. The Kohler K-596 has a mesh hose and the supply lines are made of plastic.

The Kohler K-596 sprayer is NOT magnetized, rather has a counter weight at the end of the hose that keeps the sprayer in place.

Is the retractable sprayer magnetized?

A. The Kohler K-596 sprayer is NOT magnetized, rather has a counter weight at the end of the hose that keeps the sprayer in place.

The Kohler K-596 can switch back and forth between stream and spray without having to turn the water off. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Is the stream to spray control a true toggle? That is can you switch from stream to spray and then switch back to stream without having to turn the water off?

A. The Kohler K-596 can switch back and forth between stream and spray without having to turn the water off. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Thanks for your question. The Kohler K-597 is the faucet used for the bar.

IS THERE A BAR FAUCET TO MATCH

A. Thanks for your question. The Kohler K-597 is the faucet used for the bar.

The Kohler K-596 is CSA B651 approved.

Is this CSA APPROVED?

A. The Kohler K-596 is CSA B651 approved.

The Kohler K-596 sprayhead is held by a weight, it is not magnetic.

This question was asked before but I am not sure it's correct. Went to HD to check out the faucet and it does seem to have a magnetic ring to hold the sprayer. Can someone please confirm? it doesn't say it on the box either. I guess it would violate Delta's patent?

A. The Kohler K-596 sprayhead is held by a weight, it is not magnetic.

The Kohler K-596 is a metal piece. Hope this helps!

What material is the sprayhead made of? Is it plastic or metal?

A. The Kohler K-596 is a metal piece. Hope this helps!

The Kohler K-596 faucet rotates 360 degrees, so yes, you can mount the handle on the left side! Very flexible faucet. I mounted it with the handle at about 25 degrees because I have no room behind the faucet.

Can the handle be mounted on the left as well as the right? Thank you.

A. The Kohler K-596 faucet rotates 360 degrees, so yes, you can mount the handle on the left side! Very flexible faucet. I mounted it with the handle at about 25 degrees because I have no room behind the faucet.

The Kohler K-596 uses a retractable hose to secure the spout to the faucet. Yes, the pause button is matched to the finish of the faucet. Please let me know if you have any further questions.

does the pull out spray have a magnet and is the pause button color matched to the stainless

A. The Kohler K-596 uses a retractable hose to secure the spout to the faucet. Yes, the pause button is matched to the finish of the faucet. Please let me know if you have any further questions.

This comes with a 10 1/2" escutcheon to cover up a pre-existing 3 hole installation.

The escutcheon plate is included with the product. What is the width of the plate?

A. This comes with a 10 1/2" escutcheon to cover up a pre-existing 3 hole installation.

The Kohler K-596 facuet body is made of Stainless Steel and the spray head is plastic.

The material listed is "Stainless steel" is this an all-stainless faucet, or is brass or other metal used in the internal construction?

A. The Kohler K-596 facuet body is made of Stainless Steel and the spray head is plastic.

The Kohler K-596 faucet Rough-In Guide recommends a 2" hole for single hole installation. This guide is located on the product page below the product details.

We are installing new granite countertops and I want to doa single hole isntallation. What is the size of the rough in we should drill for a single hole installation?

A. The Kohler K-596 faucet Rough-In Guide recommends a 2" hole for single hole installation. This guide is located on the product page below the product details.

The finishes are very close in appearance. Because they are from different manufacturers we can not say they will match perfectly. I would recommend you going to your local plumbing store and comparing the finish samples in person. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

will the stainless steel k-1895-c soap dispenser match with the moen ca7594 faucet in stainless steel

A. The finishes are very close in appearance. Because they are from different manufacturers we can not say they will match perfectly. I would recommend you going to your local plumbing store and comparing the finish samples in person. Please let us know if you have any other questions.

The Kohler K-596 can be installed without the plate.

can it be install without plate?

A. The Kohler K-596 can be installed without the plate.

The Kohler K-596 can be used with an undermount sink. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

Can this be used with an undermount sink?

A. The Kohler K-596 can be used with an undermount sink. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

The Kohler K-596 has a magnet for the pull out spray.

does the pull out spray have a magnet

A. The Kohler K-596 has a magnet for the pull out spray.

The Kohler K-596 does not come in this model with the handle on the front.

Does this faucet come with the handle mounted on the front of the unit rather than on either side?

A. The Kohler K-596 does not come in this model with the handle on the front.

The Kohler K-596's handle is activated by pulling down to the side and then rotates about 45 degrees in both directions to designate hot and cold.

How far back does the handle rotate? Or does it just pull forward?

A. The Kohler K-596's handle is activated by pulling down to the side and then rotates about 45 degrees in both directions to designate hot and cold.

The Kohler K-596 has a 31.25" long hose.

How far does the pull out actually extend?

A. The Kohler K-596 has a 31.25" long hose.

We do carry cover plates for single holes, you can find them on our site by searching for "hole cover".

I am interested in installing this model, however I currently have a 4th hole on the far right of my sink for the side spray. I am wondering whether it is possible to order a round matching cap for that hole?

A. We do carry cover plates for single holes, you can find them on our site by searching for "hole cover".

The Kohler K-596 does include the stainless steel supply lines.

Is a stainless supply line included?

A. The Kohler K-596 does include the stainless steel supply lines.

K-596-BL is the model number for the Matte Black.

Is the K-596 available in matte black?

A. K-596-BL is the model number for the Matte Black.

The Kohler K-596 matte black is plated on.

Is the matte black finish plated or painted on?

A. The Kohler K-596 matte black is plated on.

The Kohler K-596 clearance that is needed in the back to operate the handle is 1 1/2".

What clearance is needed in the back to operate the handle?

A. The Kohler K-596 clearance that is needed in the back to operate the handle is 1 1/2".

Yes, the Kohler K-596 will look good with the Kraus KBU22 stainless steel sink, and yes it can be mounted on Granite.

Will this faucet look good with the Kraus KBU22 32 inch stainless steel sink? And can the sink be mounted on granite?

A. Yes, the Kohler K-596 will look good with the Kraus KBU22 stainless steel sink, and yes it can be mounted on Granite.

It does not automatically retract but it does have a weight on the hose to assist in returning it to its docked position.

Does the faucet automatically retract when pulled out?

A. It does not automatically retract but it does have a weight on the hose to assist in returning it to its docked position.

The Kohler K-596's hose is 31.25 inches long.

How far does the pull-out hose extend?

A. The Kohler K-596's hose is 31.25 inches long.

Yes, this does NOT need the escutcheon plate for installation.

I understand this comes with the escutcheon plate, but can the K-596 it be installed WITHOUT the plate?

A. Yes, this does NOT need the escutcheon plate for installation.

The Kohler K-596 is about 16.625 inches tall versus the K-597 that is 15.38 inches. Either unit would work fine with a 9-10 inch deep sink.

I'm buying a 9-10" deep rectangular sink with inside bowl dimensions of 23x16. Which Kohler faucet, K-596 or K-597, would be a better fit?

A. The Kohler K-596 is about 16.625 inches tall versus the K-597 that is 15.38 inches. Either unit would work fine with a 9-10 inch deep sink.

As with a majority of Pull-Out Spray kitchen faucets, The pull out spray for the Kohler K-596 is made of plastic. There is a safety reason as to why this is so. By not using metal, The heat from your hot water is not translated to your hand. This will also minimize the chance of damage to your sink if dropped. - John Thomas

Is the pull out spray head made of metal or plastic??

A. As with a majority of Pull-Out Spray kitchen faucets, The pull out spray for the Kohler K-596 is made of plastic. There is a safety reason as to why this is so. By not using metal, The heat from your hot water is not translated to your hand. This will also minimize the chance of damage to your sink if dropped. - John Thomas

The Kohler K-596 is a large faucet, but your sink won't determine how large the faucet should be, but rather the surrounding hardware.

A. The Kohler K-596 is a large faucet, but your sink won't determine how large the faucet should be, but rather the surrounding hardware.

The Kohler K-596 is slightly larger than the K-597. The 596 has a spout height of 9.625" and the 597 is 8.625".

Can you define the differences between K-596 and K-597? I have an 8" depth sink and am concerned about overspray & splashing.

A. The Kohler K-596 is slightly larger than the K-597. The 596 has a spout height of 9.625" and the 597 is 8.625".

The Kohler K-596 does come with the supply lines to properly install the faucet.

Are supply lines included in the Kohler K-596?

A. The Kohler K-596 does come with the supply lines to properly install the faucet.

The height from the base to the bottom of the spray is 9 5/8".

What is the height between the base and the bottom of the spray handle?

A. The height from the base to the bottom of the spray is 9 5/8".

The K-596 has a hose length of 31.25".

what is the total length of the pullout hose

A.

The K-596 has a hose length of 31.25".

The Kohler k-596 in "vibrant stainless" is a brushed nickel finish, which is darker and more matte than a polished chrome.

is the "Vibrant Stainless" finish shiny or brushed? How is it different from polished chrome?

A.

The Kohler k-596 in "vibrant stainless" is a brushed nickel finish, which is darker and more matte than a polished chrome.

According to Kohler, the pull out just screws out to allow you access to the aerator. You then just take the aerator out, clean it and put it back in.

How do I remove the aerator for cleaning?

A.

According to Kohler, the pull out just screws out to allow you access to the aerator. You then just take the aerator out, clean it and put it back in.

These are the same faucet, most commonly listed under model number K-596-VS, but the "R" refers to retail. Some retailers will include this letter in the model number.

Can you define the differences between K-596-VS and K-R596 N-VS?

A.

These are the same faucet, most commonly listed under model number K-596-VS, but the "R" refers to retail. Some retailers will include this letter in the model number.

The K-596 will come with all necessary components for installation including the faucet itself and supply lines that install below the counter top.

Does this item include all the pieces required for proper installation?

A.

The K-596 will come with all necessary components for installation including the faucet itself and supply lines that install below the counter top.

The Kohler K-596 has the sweep spray function.

What is the newer DockNetik technology?

A.

The Kohler K-596 has the sweep spray function.

The water flow on the K-596 is limited to 1.8 gallons per minute.

Is there a way to increase the water flow on the k-596??

A.

The water flow on the K-596 is limited to 1.8 gallons per minute.

Product Reviews

Rated 3 out of
5 by
zwarbles from
Looks Great but....This faucet looks great. I bought it a few weeks ago after reading all the great reviews here. It was shipped immediately. Didn't install it until yesterday.
It was easy enough to install, good quality, has nice water pressure, but I don't like the stream of the water at all.
The "spray stream" is great and as it should be, but the normal water stream has a lot of overspray coming off the main stream. I don't even know how to explain what it's like.
I took the head off and tried it with/without the screen, with/without the water saver, and it was exactly the same way no matter which way I tried it. The water stream is not like any other faucet I've ever had.
I am NOT happy with the stream of this water at all, and now wish I had a different faucet.

Date published: 2011-11-12

Rated 4 out of
5 by
porfirio from
nice faucetFor the price this is a nice faucet. Installation was easy right out of the box, everything was all ready to go. I've installed a few kitchen faucets before and this one went quickly. The connections went together easily and did not leak. I think the pull-out hose could be a little more sleek. The black rubber hose is a little bit of a let down. This uses a weight at the bottom of the hose to help with retraction and does not work as well or smooth as other faucets that utilize a spring to assist hose retraction. The operation of the handle is smooth, though there is not any label or indicator for cold and hot.

Date published: 2010-04-26

Rated 5 out of
5 by
Pmkfrank from
LOVE this faucetI read all of the reviews, and decided this was the faucet for me. It looks and works great, and my husband found it quick and easy to install. It is a lot bigger than my old faucet, but I really like the scale of it. It has presence, plus the height makes it a breeze to fill up large pots. A few people commented on spashing, but I haven't had that issue.

Date published: 2012-06-21

Rated 5 out of
5 by
palms911 from
Great FaucetBought this faucet with the matching soap dispenser for a kitchen renovation and could not be happier. The faucet is beautiful and most importantly, functional. It feels solid, turns on and off easily and I really like the sprayer features, including easily switching from aerating flow to full spray. And the spray head returns nicely to its home. High quality at a great value.

Date published: 2011-04-18

Rated 5 out of
5 by
hobiwankinobi from
Simplice eleganceI bought this to go with a Kohler sink from the Vault series. I was really worried about it not having a magnet like those Delta faucets. I really have to say they must have either put a tiny magnet in there or made the weight extra heavy. When it gets to where its almost in place it seems to just pop in there. they have to have put a small magnet in there or something. I read so many reviews that were at odds with each other about it. I just trusted that it would work out ok and its fine. It goes back up into place really easily. This is the first time I have had a pulldown faucet and I have got to say I love it. It goes with the sink beautifully also. Not to mention I got it here for 20 dollars less than I could have locally plus there was the free shipping and no tax.

Date published: 2011-04-19

Rated 4 out of
5 by
Helmut from
Kohler K-596 - wife loves it!Purchase was flawless, got it UPS in 3 days.
Have installed many faucets in my life, this one was about as easy as it can get. Took about 1 hour, including removing the old. Looks great, works well, my wife likes the high clearance for washing pots. The spray force needs a little adjusting with the under sink shut-off valves. The only thing that I would prefer is that the spray target would be over the center and not rather towards the front portion of the sink.

Date published: 2010-01-27

Rated 4 out of
5 by
LinJJ from
beautiful to look at. . .I love the look of this faucet. It was exactly as I pictured it with my new soapstone island. Couldn't be a better fit. I only wish I'd had time to find the matching soap dispenser. . .if there is one. I know that many faucets come with these as a set. Didn't see one here.
I also like the pull out spray; it works well. Without it, there's a little splashing, but I have a deep apron front sink.

Date published: 2011-12-28

Rated 4 out of
5 by
payrat from
Close but no cigar!The faucet works well, but the airator does not soften the stream enough to stop the spatter from getting all over the place. The spray function has the same problem, but we are able to throttle the valve enough to keep this from happening. We like the ease of operation and the stainless steel exterior.

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The Kohler Simplice Kitchen Faucet collection beautifully combines an elegant transitional high-arch design with exceptional ergonomics and functionality to deliver a truly innovative faucet solution for a wide variety of kitchen applications. The Kohler Simplice pullout sprayhead utilizes solid sculpted buttons to provide improved operation even with wet or soapy hands. The Simplice Pullout spray also includes a pause function to temporarily pause water flow to permit movement of sprayhead out of sink area to fill pots.